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Last week I explored some of the best hot destinations to hit for heat lovers and this week I’m bringing you the polar opposite. COLD! I’m not particularly a fan of cold places myself, but there are certainly experiences that even I couldn’t resist, must recommend to others, and more I’d love to try! Here […]

Looking for a great holiday or adventure destination where you can soak up the heat and get a tan? Here are eight fantastic worldwide destinations that can satisfy your need for relaxation, sports, history and more without having to worry about packing a winter jacket or even a sweater. History in Samarkand Uzbekistan  One of […]

Sometimes we travel to famous places because we feel there is a guarantee of an exceptional travel experience. Some of us search for the “best of”s in history, nature, architecture, romance and I know that I personally can’t resist these famous places too. It’s hard to say no to a place with such a global […]

People travel for various reasons, be it for the grand adventure, to learn something new, discover the unknown or to meet the people and share each others’ cultures. For many it’s purely for the escape from the draining rut of routine, to clear our heads of the hustle and bustle of everyday life in quiet places and rest our minds. […]

This week I’ve decided to share another piece of an unreleased chapter from my upcoming memoir, “Rusty Tracks and Booby Traps”, Volume 3 in the Sihpromatum Series. Come home with your fondest memories intact. Our mission is your comfort. Learn More “If the “Wild Mouse” at your favorite amusement park makes you squeamish, then get out now. A […]

Mt Everest at sunrise Freedom means many things to different people, to most it means the Fourth of July, thinking in terms of countries and citizens. I want to share with you today the story of somebody who was in “prison” and through travel earned their personal freedom that is so necessary and life giving […]

Backpacking from Guinea Bissau over to Guinea When travelling, it’s easy to become too focussed on the destination and forget the authentic experience you’re missing out on. When travelling to cities and sites with a heavy tourism factor, something in the mentality of both locals and visitors alters, wiping out the genuine interactions and engagement […]

I’ve trekked National Parks the world over and not one has disappointed me. Through the U.S.A’s Zion, Yellow Stone and The Grand Canyon to Peru’s Tambopata Amazon rainforest, the earth is teaming with spectacular natural wonders preserved by National Parks. Bold adventures demand dependable travel partners. Point Comfort is your oasis in a time of […]

An avid traveler, I am always after the real “gems” of the world. Most often, I try to discover places few who came before me have. I’m searching for the real memorable, the spiritual, the heavy impact landmarks. I avoid sticking to the mainstream, overhyped, crowded travel destinations. But sometimes, these places actually live up […]

Natural Diversity of Peru Today on Twitter we’re going to delve into DIVERSITY on “The Road Less Travelled” (#TRLT). Because Peru is so diverse and multi ethnic, combining multiple heritages, they consider they are citizens of a national group rather than part of a heritage. The cuisine, the fashion, the historical one-of-a-kind gems, anywhere where […]

Stepping out of India and diving into the next unknown, Pakistan Today I’m excited to talk about CONFIDENCE; who has it, why we need it, and how we attain this incredibly valuable life skill. We grow as a result of increasing confidence, those who have it, make it. Those who don’t, fail. Caged snakes & […]

This week on worldwide travel chat, “The Road Less Travelled” (#TRLT), on Twitter we are discussing “The Unknown” with all of you; expert, novice and those of you who aspire to travel.  Seeing-the-countryside-of-Afhanistan-with-local-family-in-Kunduz Fear of the unknown is the biggest factor that holds people back from striking out in the world and tasting what the […]

Today on “The Road Less Travelled” (#TRLT) Twitter chat we are discussing CULTURE and its idiosyncrasies. In today’s societies it’s cultures that clash and can be the underlying antagonisms that create confusion, misunderstanding and missed connections. In this digital age we are more synced than any other time in the history of mankind. Travel is […]

This week’s topic is bursting with flavor so be prepared for a tastebud frenzy. Cuisine is a subject that ignites the most vivid of memories through my senses, taking me back to moments from around the world where I indulged in some of the freshest, most pungent and dynamic flavors. I could write pages and […]

This week on #TRLT Twitter chat we will be discussing COLOR! Due to it’s visual nature, I felt the best way to capture today’s topic was with a bright and captivating photo essay from around the world. Let me take you through the emerald, horse fields of Mongolia, past the splash of florescent yellow blooms dotting the Amazon Rainforest, […]

Balcony in Paris. Savannah Grace, Featured Writer Happy Valentines Day to All! Today is a very special day for me because I am on my way to pick up my new husband from the Vancouver, Canada airport. I’m toting roses and chocolates in hand. The plan was to write/discuss the topic of PASSION, but opening up […]

Savannah Grace, Featured Writer This week on #TRLT’s Twitter travel chat we’re deep diving into HISTORY.   Travel pries open the doors into the past. Born in North America, my definition on human history changed entirely when I hit the road. During my family’s yearly 6-week camping trips to the United States, I recall being amazed […]

As seen in the “Roads Of The World” article, Savannah and her crew barely make it over this brittle bridge!  Watch this video to see what roads are like in Africa.

Savannah Grace, Featured Writer This week on #TRLT’s Twitter travel chat we’re discussing  ROADS. Get ready to enjoy a stimulating and sometimes shocking ROAD PHOTO ESSAY that will take you around the world while you lounge in the comfort of your sofa! You’ll welcome the wind in your hair and the sand in your teeth while […]

SAVANNAH GRACE, FEATURED WRITER This week’s topic on #TRLT’s Twitter Travel chat is LESSONS. Having traveled to 110+ countries over the past 12 years, I have learned an abundance of lessons by talking to locals, experiencing cultures first hand and most importantly, by making mistakes! The kind of life-changing knowledge you can gain from stepping […]